Overview
Remote
Contract - W2
Skills
IT Consulting
Scalability
Cloud Architecture
DevOps
PostgreSQL
MySQL
Microsoft SQL Server
Oracle
Amazon EC2
Amazon S3
Virtual Private Cloud
Scripting
Bash
Python
Windows PowerShell
Database Security
Encryption
Access Control
Clustering
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Communication
Documentation
Attention To Detail
Orchestration
Docker
NoSQL
MongoDB
Apache Cassandra
DevSecOps
Grafana
Cloud Computing
IaaS
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Computer Networking
Amazon Route 53
High Availability
Provisioning
Terraform
Regulatory Compliance
Database Administration
Remote Desktop Services
Amazon RDS
Amazon DynamoDB
Database Performance Tuning
Query Optimization
Capacity Management
Management
Backup
Replication
Failover
Disaster Recovery
Data Integrity
Amazon Web Services
DMS
Database
Law
Job Details
- JOB-7389
- Senior AWS Administrator / DBA
- REMOTE
- Contract
- Link Technologies (LinkTechConsulting.com), a Las Vegas-based IT consulting firm, is currently seeking a Senior AWS Administrator/DBA to join our team.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This role will help to design, manage, and enhance a cloud infrastructure and database systems on Amazon Web Services. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of AWS services and strong proficiency in managing relational and NoSQL databases. This role is responsible for ensuring high availability, performance, security, and scalability of cloud-based databases and infrastructure.
REQUIREMENTS- Minimum five (5) years of experience in AWS cloud architecture, administration, and DevOps.
- Minimum five (5) years of hands-on experience as a DBA with PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle.
- Expert-level knowledge of AWS services, including EC2, RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, Lambda, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and VPC.
- Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK.
- Strong scripting abilities in Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
- In-depth understanding of database security, encryption, and role-based access control.
- Knowledge of high availability, replication, clustering, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
PREFERRED- Experience with container orchestration (ECS, EKS, Docker).
- Knowledge of NoSQL databases beyond DynamoDB (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
- Familiarity with hybrid or multi-cloud environments.
- Exposure to DevSecOps practices and tools.
- Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or Datadog Is a plus.
- AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Database - Specialty) strongly preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES- AWS Cloud Administration:
- Design, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and cost-effective AWS cloud infrastructure.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using AWS-native tools (e.g., CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy).
- Manage networking configurations (VPCs, subnets, security groups, NACLs, Route 53).
- Monitor system performance and ensure high availability using tools like CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and AWS Config.
- Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning using IaC tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for security and governance.
- Database Administration:
- Administer and optimize RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, and other AWS database services.
- Perform database performance tuning, indexing, query optimization, and capacity planning.
- Design and manage backup, replication, failover, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Ensure data integrity, security, and availability across all environments.
- Migrate on-premise databases to AWS using AWS DMS or other tools.
- Monitor and troubleshoot database issues, providing proactive support.
Link Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors protected by law.
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